Announcements

This Friday, December 18th, is our last Super Spirit Friday of the year and Southgate is in for a huge surprise!

Upcoming Events for 2010

Movie Night is January 8th at 6:30 pm. Mark your calendars and come for a fun, free, family-friendly event full of small, furry secret agents (yes we will be watching G-force). Concessions will be available for purchase from Dragon Jam.

Sunday, January 10th, is Southgate Night at the Americans. Tickets are available for $10 each with $3 being donated back to the PTG. You can purchase your tickets at school Friday before or after your child's classroom party in front of the office. An order form will be sent home on Monday, January 4th, which you can use to purchase tickets as well. The game is at 5:05 pm and hot dogs are $1 each. Wear your Southgate spirit wear and show your dragon pride!

Have a great Winter Break and a Happy and Safe Holiday Season!

See you in 2010!

Winter Giving Basket Winners

2009 Winter Giving Baskets Raffle

Congratulations to Our Winners!

Basket #1 Winter Wonderland Lisa Henson

Basket #2 Fit & Fabulous Ginger Ard

Basket #3 Sports Fanatic Ken Monteith

Basket #4 Chocolate Lovers Don Berry

Basket #5 Winter Fun Jodi Davis

Basket #6 Fun On The Go Debbie Bayless

Basket #7 Yummy Cookies Julie Brisbois

Basket #8 Family Movie Night Vel Wright

Basket #9 At The Movies Benet Toon

Basket #10 Crafty Kids Sandy Howland

Basket #11 Pajama Party Sara Petersen

Basket #12 Going Camping Jerry Patterson

Basket #13 Bakers Delight Mary Ann Kautzky

Basket #14 Rainy Day Fun Lauren Gordon

Basket #15 ‘Twas the Night Before Xmas Kim Lembeck

Basket #16 Gift Wrap Galore Stoner

Basket #17 Family Fun Dana Crockett

Basket #18 Baking is a Piece of Cake Heather Poole

Basket #19 Pampered Pets Natalie Lockhart

Basket #20 Family Game Night Vicki Mitchell

Basket #21 Coffee, Tea & Treats Nancy Danielson

Basket #22 Super Sports Fun Barrington

Family Night

The PTG is sponsoring a FREE Family Fun Night tomorrow, Thursday, December 3rd from 6:30-7:30 pm.

There will be hot cocoa, cookies, story telling and crafts in celebration of the Holiday Season. Come join us for some fun!

Time Sensitive Americans Hockey Info

Hello Southgate Dragons!

We just found out that if you are planning on taking your children to the hockey game on Saturday night, November 21st, and get free tickets through the A is for Americans program, you must buy your tickets today (Thursday) or tomorrow at the lastest.

We apologize for the late notice but we just found out. If you do go, be sure to mention that you go to Southgate and they will try to seat us together. You can bring your report card if you have it or they will accept a progress report or conference appointment information.

Hope to see you all there!

PTG

Free Admission to Americans Hockey

Students who present a report card at the door will get free admission to the Americans game on November 21st (this Saturday). Additional family members receive a discount. Call 736-0606 for more info.

Book Fair and Winter Giving Baskets

The Book Fair starts Monday, November 16th and goes until the 24th. Stop by and pick up some books before or after your conference.

Tickets will be on sale for the Winter Giving Baskets November 20th-24th and December 3rd. Tickets are $1 or $10 for 12 tickets. Baskets will be on display at the school during conferences. All the proceeds from the baskets will help Southgate families in need of additional support.

Internet Safety Resources

A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety

FBI

http://www.fbi.gov/publications/pguide/parentsguide.pdf

SafeKids.com

www.safekids.com

Internet Safety Night

Is your child using the Internet? Are you worried about keeping him or her safe? Bring your family and join us for an informational evening on Thursday, November 12 from 6:30 pm at Southgate Elementary as we discuss ways to talk with your child about making smart decisions online. You and your child will learn about:

· Establishing rules for Internet use at home.

· Teaching your child to never reveal identifying information.

· What to do if your child views disturbing content.

You’ll also hear about social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace, virtual worlds like Club Penguin, instant messaging, and online gaming. We’ll discuss what to watch out for, including cyber-bullying, inappropriate content, and online predators. The Internet is a valuable resource and a permanent presence in our lives so it’s vital to prepare yourself and your child for the day he or she goes online without your supervision. Join us Thursday, November 12^th at 6:30 pm to start the process.

** Children will meet in the Library Dugout for a presentation by SARC **

** Parents will meet in the Gym. **

Refreshments provided by PTG

1st Annual Southgate Tailgate

The 1st Annual Southgate Tailgate before the Kennewick-Southridge football game was a huge success!! There were 20+ families decked out in their spirit attire ready to enjoy facepainting, hot dogs, cheers, and football. Thank you to the Kennewick High School Cheerleaders and mascot for leading us in a few cheers. A fabulous time was had by all!